Registered Nurse - Day Oncology, Apheresis

Job Description

Oncology Nurse – Day Oncology Unit (Freemasons)

Permanent Full-Time | Part-Time opportunities

Join Victoria’s leading private hospital and deliver exceptional cancer care in a purpose-built, patient-centred environment.

At Epworth Freemasons, our modern Day Oncology Unit is designed to provide comfort, privacy and high-quality care. With 3 Hillrom beds and 17 recliner chairs, we care for patients receiving treatment for a broad range of cancers, including breast, renal, pancreatic, colorectal, gastric and lung cancers, as well as specialist infusional therapies.

Working closely with our Haematology and Oncology Clinical Trials teams, the unit also delivers advanced services including ECP (photopheresis), TPE (plasma exchange), stem cell collection and transplant. Epworth Freemasons is the only private hospital in Victoria offering ECP (photopheresis).

Why join us

• Work in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art oncology unit
• Develop specialist skills in apheresis and advanced cancer therapies
• Be involved in clinical trials and innovative models of care
• Access strong professional development pathways and training
• Join a friendly, supportive and patient-focused team

You will make an impact by

• Delivering safe, high-quality oncology and haematology nursing care
• Providing education and emotional support to patients and their families
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support effective patient flow and coordinated care
• Delivering individualised, patient-centred care with empathy and professionalism
• Contributing to a positive, supportive and high-performing team environment

Qualifications

About you

You are an experienced oncology or haematology nurse with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. You bring a collaborative and supportive approach, build strong relationships with patients and colleagues, and are committed to continuous learning and service development.

Key requirements

• Current AHPRA registration
• Experience in oncology and/or haematology nursing
• Competency in cytotoxic administration
• Contemporary knowledge of evidence-based cancer care
• Chemotherapy competency, or willingness to obtain
• Postgraduate qualification in Oncology, or working towards one, is desirable
• Apheresis and transplant experience is highly regarded

Position Description     Inherent Requirements

About Epworth Freemasons

Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.

Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.

Additional Information

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

The annual salary for a full time Registered Nurses – AUD $85,732 - $107,669 + super + entitlements depending on registration type, year level and position (prorated for part-time).

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Join a team that’s redefining Oncology care in Australia.

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.